WHICH PERSONALISED COTTON FABRIC SHOULD I CHOOSE?

Contents

• Cotton Printing Technique
• Which Cotton Fabric for Custom Furnishings?
• Which Cotton Fabric for Custom Clothing?
• Comparison of Custom Cotton Fabrics
• Fabric and Ink Certifications
• Conclusion
• FAQ: Everything About Custom Cotton Fabric

Do you want to print your own design on cotton fabric but aren’t sure which material to choose? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re a textile designer, passionate seamstress, interior decor professional, or simply looking for an original fabric for a personal project, it’s essential to understand the different types of customizable cotton fabrics available.

Cotton is a natural, breathable fiber with a pleasant feel. In textile printing, it comes in various forms depending on thickness, drape, texture, and end use: clothing, accessories, home linens, furnishings, etc.

Tissus Print, a specialist in custom fabric printing by the meter in France, offers a wide range of printable cotton fabrics, from lightweight to heavy-duty: cotton poplin, cotton canvas, cretonne, honeycomb cotton... all printed in our workshop with GOTS & OEKO-TEX certified inks.

In this complete guide, we help you choose the cotton fabric best suited to your needs, based on your project and priorities: texture, durability, usage, care. We also detail our printing method, certifications, and provide a clear comparison to help you make the right choice.

Follow the guide and create with confidence using professional-quality custom cotton fabric.

Cotton Printing Technique

At Tissus Print, we use a professional printing method called Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing with pigment inkjet technology. It is one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly techniques for customizing cotton fabric by the meter.

Practically, the ink is applied directly to the fabric surface using high-precision print heads. This process ensures a fine, detailed, and durable print without affecting the natural texture of cotton. Once printed, the fabric undergoes a heat fixation phase that makes the colors resistant to washing, light, and use.

Benefits of direct cotton printing:

• Color accuracy: precise reproduction of your designs, shades, and fine details
• Material respect: cotton retains its softness and breathability
• Eco-friendly: water-based inks, solvent-free, OEKO-TEX and GOTS certified
• No minimum order: ideal for small batches, prototypes, or custom creations
• Made in France: printing carried out in our textile workshop in Provence

This technology is compatible with all our customizable cotton fabrics, whether poplin, canvas, cretonne, double gauze, or honeycomb cotton. You can print photos, visuals, patterns, or logos with professional quality on the fabric that perfectly suits your project.

Custom Cotton: Furnishings

For your custom interior decoration projects or to create bespoke cotton fabric accessories, Tissus Print offers a wide selection of materials suited for each use. Whether you want to make decorative cushions, unique curtains, printed tablecloths, personalized bags or pouches and cases, we provide printable cotton fabrics with varied properties: flexibility, structure, thickness, feel, and visual style. Each fabric is printed in our French workshop to ensure a professional-quality finish, both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly.

Custom Cotton Canvas

The OEKO-TEX cotton canvas is a thick cotton weave suitable for covering furniture like cushions, chairs, and benches, as well as making curtains and tablecloths. It is also ideal for bags, pouches, and tote bags. This is a durable fabric, perfect for furnishings.

• Thick and sturdy fabric (canvas weave)
• Ideal for: cushions, benches, curtains, bags, tablecloths

Custom Cretonne

The custom cretonne is thinner than canvas, used for interior cushions and small everyday accessories. It can also be used for making heavier garments.

• More flexible than canvas but thicker than poplin
• Good structure, perfect for: light curtains, decorative cushions, pouches, aprons, bags

Custom Honeycomb Cotton

The honeycomb cotton fabric is a textured fabric mainly used for home linens.

• 100% cotton textured fabric, very absorbent
• Perfect for: towels, bathrobes, dishcloths, baby items
• Adds a natural, textured style

Custom Cotton: Clothing

For custom cotton clothing, Tissus Print offers fabrics suitable for all styles, seasons, and comfort levels. Whether you’re a fashion designer, hobbyist, or professional, you’ll find materials for shirts, dresses, children’s clothing, summer outfits, pajamas, or accessories. Each fabric is printed on demand using direct printing technology, retaining the cotton’s natural softness, breathability, and flexibility. From light to structured fabrics, each is chosen for quality, durability, and versatility in clothing.

Cotton Voile

OEKO-TEX cotton voile is a very lightweight and slightly sheer fabric, ideal for flowing summer dresses and blouses.

• Very lightweight and slightly transparent
• Perfect for: summer blouses, flowing dresses, linings

Cotton Poplin

The OEKO-TEX combed cotton poplin is thicker than voile but thinner than cretonne. Ideal for dresses, blouses, accessories, and home decor.

• Fine, soft, structured fabric
• Ideal for: shirts, dresses, children’s clothing

Double Gauze

Double gauze cotton does not require ironing as it naturally wrinkles, is very comfortable to wear, and suitable for all family members. It can also be used for home linens.

• Soft, airy fabric with gentle drape
• Used for: baby/children’s clothing, dresses, pajamas, bed linens
• No ironing needed!

Cotton Satin

Cotton satin is a fluid and slightly thick fabric. Comfortable in summer and winter, suitable for garments and bed linens.

• Fluid, slightly thick with satin finish
• Ideal for: elegant outfits, sheets, pajamas

Comparison of Custom Cotton Fabrics

To help you choose the most suitable fabric for your project, here is a comparison table of the main customizable cotton fabrics offered by Tissus Print, including weight, recommended use, feel, opacity, and care instructions.

Custom Cotton Certificates

All our customizable cotton fabrics offered by Tissus Print are certified:

• OEKO-TEX® NEP 1612 Nissenken, GOTS-ECOCERT-08-01219, REACH: safe for skin and environmentally friendly
• Printed in France by Tissus Print, near Toulon (Cuers, Var 83)

Discover our cotton fabric printing workshop in video:

Conclusion

Your choice of custom cotton fabric mainly depends on its intended use. Whether for furnishings, clothing, or accessories, Tissus Print offers professional-quality, French-printed, certified fabrics.

Consider ordering a sample of custom cotton fabric to preview your design and our fabrics.